04/25/2024
VA expands access to care and benefits for some former service members who did not receive an honorable or general discharge
WASHINGTON, April 25, 2024 - Today, the Department of Veterans Affairs posted a final rule amending its regulations regarding character of discharge determinations, expanding access to VA care and benefits for some former service members discharged under other than honorable conditions or by special court-martial.
04/24/2024
What you need to know about the Change Healthcare cyber breach
WASHINGTON, April 24, 2024 - You may have heard in the news about the recent Change Healthcare (CHC) cybersecurity incident, which impacted many health care institutions across America. We at VA want to provide an update on what this incident could mean for you.
04/23/2024
Expecting a Child? Here’s How TRICARE Covers Maternity Services
FALLS CHURCH, VA, April 23, 2024 - Recently learned you’re expecting a baby? Congratulations! This is an exciting time for your family. But you may also have questions about how to get care for yourself during and after your pregnancy.
04/22/2024
Improving Outcomes: How TRICARE Covers Cancer Clinical Trials
FALLS CHURCH, VA, April 22, 2024 - If you have cancer, clinical trials can offer a path to innovative new treatments. TRICARE covers participation in cancer clinical trials sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI). The NCI is the federal government’s main agency for cancer research and training.
04/22/2024
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Six Counties in Iowa due to Storm Damage
FALLS CHURCH, VA, April 22, 2024 - The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in six counties in Iowa may receive emergency prescription refills now through April 29, 2024, due to storm damage.
04/22/2024
VA and DOD partner to increase health care access for New York Veterans and service members
WASHINGTON, April 22, 2024 - Today, the Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense expanded their existing partnership to allow Veterans, soldiers, cadets, and other beneficiaries to receive care from the Keller Army Community Hospital (KACH) on the West Point Army Installation and at the VA Hudson Valley Health Care System.